DETECTIVES CHARGE SWIM SCHOOL MANAGER WITH UNLAWFUL SEXUAL CONTACT

Detectives with the New Castle County Division of Police have charged 46-year-old Todd Hill of Wilmington with multiple felony offenses following an investigation into the sexual assault of a juvenile that occurred in the unit block of South Cannon Drive in Wilmington.

During the investigation, Detectives determined that Todd Hill was a manager at Kids First Swim School in Aston, Pennsylvania, where the 16-year-old male victim was employed as a lifeguard.

Detectives further determined that the victim had stayed overnight at Hillโ€™s residence on South Cannon Drive on multiple occasions. During the investigation, Detectives discovered that Hill engaged in unlawful sexual contact with the 16-year-old victim while the victim was staying at his residence. Investigators also recovered and reviewed numerous concerning text message exchanges between Hill and the victim. Detectives further learned that, in January 2026, Hill traveled to Mexico with the victim.

Following a thorough investigation, Detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Hill. Detectives assigned to the Fugitive Apprehension and Surveillance Team were immediately notified and initiated efforts to locate him. On June 16, 2026, Hill was located at his residence and taken into custody without incident. He was subsequently transported to New Castle County Police Headquarters, where he was charged with the following offenses:

  • Six felony counts of Unlawful Sexual Contact in the Second Degree
  • One felony count of Enticement for Purposes of Sexual Conduct

Hill was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court 2 and committed to the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution after failing to post $21,000 secured bail.

Anyone with information about this investigation is urged to contact Detective Fitzgerald at (302) 395-8133 or via email at Andrew.Fitzgerald@newcastlede.gov

Todd Hill – 46

GOLD ALERT ISSUED FOR MISSING JUVENILE โ€“ SHAYONA TEACHEY

Claymont, DE 19703 โ€” The New Castle County Division of Police has issued a Gold Alert for 15-year-old Shayona Teachey of Claymont.

Shayona was last seen leaving her residence in the 100 block of Harbor Drive at approximately 11:30 a.m. on June 16, 2026. She is described as a Black female, approximately 5’5″ tall and weighing about 130 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black hoodie and pajama pants.

Shayona may be in the area of Rodney Square in the city of Wilmington.

Anyone with information regarding Shayones whereabouts is asked to contact the New Castle County Division of Police at (302) 573-2800 or dial 911 if she is located.

Hey Knollwood!

The wait is over; our first Pop-Up Play Zone of Summer 2026 is happening tomorrow at Knollwood Park!

Join the New Castle County Division of Police for an afternoon of fun, games, snacks, and community connection. It’s a great opportunity for kids and families to get outside, meet their local officers, and enjoy a summer afternoon together.

๐Ÿ“ 60 Balfour Ave., Claymont, DE 19703

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, June 17

๐Ÿ• 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

We’ll have plenty of activities, games, and treats for all ages! Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and come spend a summer afternoon with us.

We can’t wait to see you there! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿš“